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At a glance
This 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1229cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 81,490 miles on the clock, averaging 3,242 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KH55 BVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,490 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 3,242 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa
These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)
Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).
Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)
Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).
Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links
Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).
Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)
Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KH55 BVW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1229cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About KH55 BVW
What car is KH55 BVW?
KH55 BVW is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1229cc). First registered in Northampton in 2006.
What is the mileage of KH55 BVW?
The last recorded mileage for KH55 BVW was 81,490 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KH55 BVW passed its MOT?
KH55 BVW has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Aug 2024.
Is KH55 BVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH55 BVW is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is KH55 BVW?
KH55 BVW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.